Hey maybe you guys can answer this, because I have Googled it and there seems to be no clear explanation:

The regular Japanese version of the game is censored. I think everyone knows that. But apparently, the Premium Edition is the Japanese equivalent of AO (Adult Only). In Japan the rating is CERO Z and the Mature version is CERO D. Now I can't tell if the US and Europe M versions of the game (in other words the version available outside of Japan) is the same as the uncensored Japanese version. It seems as if it is, but then why are so many people outside of Japan paying double the money for the Japanese Import of the Premium Edition? I know you can toggle between the Japanese rated versions in edition as well as play in English or Japanese.

But is the standard US/Europe version missing anything that is in the Premium Edition, or are people just ordering it here for some sort of collectors value?

Hey maybe you guys can answer this, because I have Googled it and there seems to be no clear explanation:

The regular Japanese version of the game is censored. I think everyone knows that. But apparently, the Premium Edition is the Japanese equivalent of AO (Adult Only). In Japan the rating is CERO Z and the Mature version is CERO D. Now I can't tell if the US and Europe M versions of the game (in other words the version available outside of Japan) is the same as the uncensored Japanese version. It seems as if it is, but then why are so many people outside of Japan paying double the money for the Japanese Import of the Premium Edition? I know you can toggle between the Japanese rated versions in edition as well as play in English or Japanese.

But is the standard US/Europe version missing anything that is in the Premium Edition, or are people just ordering it here for some sort of collectors value?

Here's an article on that...

In Japan, excessive gore is a big deal. While we're fine with it here in America (outside of a few political pundits), Japan has been cracking down on it when it comes to videogames. As a result, Suda51 and Grasshopper Manufacture's latest game Lollipop Chainsaw will be censored when it releases in Japan...unless you fork over some extra cash.

Suda51's latest weird offering will be available in two editions. The normal option is rated CERO D, the highest you can get without being rated CERO Z, the equivalent of an M for Mature rating in the US. However, if you buy Lollipop Chainsaw's premium edition, you get the option to toggle between CERO D and CERO Z modes, restoring all the glorious gore that would normally be missing.

CERO Z games are heavily regulated in Japan, with retailers forced to keep them hidden from sight for fear of children seeing them. This means retailers aren't very keen on stocking them at all, due to the low sales from lack of exposure. This way, retailers can still carry the game, but those customers who know about the difference can ask for the uncensored version, provided they have the extra dough.

Of course, no hardcore otaku would be be caught dead buying the regular edition, so hopefully Grasshopper Manufacture can keep up with demand. And since it's been announced that the Japanese game includes an English voice option, there might be a few additional import sales, despite the fact that Warner Bros. will be publishing the uncensored game in the US. Anyone thinking of getting Lollipop Chainsaw early?

Thanks, mega laser sword guy, butI am confused. I thought the game was out already in the US? It is available in Amazon. Also, I don't think you answered my question. I knew about the Japanese censorship, but what I was asking was, is the US version censored? Because I couldn't really tell as everyone in various sites was saying, "Censored in Japan," but it wasn't clear if the US/Europe got the censored or uncensored version. And at the end of your post you are asking if anyone is getting the game early and mentioning an uncensored US version.

"And at the end of your post you are asking if anyone is getting the game early and mentioning an uncensored US version."

That last sentence is from the article.I was thinking of deleting it. It's confusing. I'm guessing whoever wrote the article assumed Japan was getting the game first. Also the article is from Feb 2nd 2012.I think the U.S got it first on june 12th,Australia on june 13th,Japan on june 14th and finally Europe on June 15th.But according to this article they are cracking down on excessive gore in Japan.But the premium edition in Japan has the gore that we(U.S and Europe)have.They can turn the gore on and off when playing that version.I'm not sure if the japanese premium edition has anything(other than the language option)exclusive or not.I think I've answered your question?If not I apologize.

It does answer my question, mega laser sword guy. That's what I thought was going on, however, I am curious why some Americans are paying double for the Premium Edition when the US already has the same gameplay.

It does answer my question, mega laser sword guy. That's what I thought was going on, however, I am curious why some Americans are paying double for the Premium Edition when the US already has the same gameplay.

Good question. Maybe they import it just for the japanese language option or just to have it as a cool collectible.

It does answer my question, mega laser sword guy. That's what I thought was going on, however, I am curious why some Americans are paying double for the Premium Edition when the US already has the same gameplay.

Well not only is the premium uncensored but it afaik it also has extra costumes.Other countries have those extra costumes as standard unlockables. Maybe some people think that US/Eu/Aus don't get the costumes that in Japan are exclusive to the Premium Edition.